PORTLAND, Maine — Police in Portland are looking for a driver involved in an alleged hit-and-run on Forest Avenue.
According to Portland Police Department spokesman David Singer, a vehicle struck a 51-year-old pedestrian in the crosswalk of Bedford Street and Forest Avenue around 11:20 a.m. Tuesday.
The driver fled the scene, Singer told NEWS CENTER Maine.
The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries but is expected to survive. Singer said he had a broken leg and facial injuries.
Police have not yet released the identity of the man who was injured.
Singer said the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
